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Southwater Pre-School

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2023)
·Southwater Infant School, Worthing Road, HORSHAM, RH13 9JH · West Sussex
Number of places
24 places
Age range
3–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2023
Local authority
West Sussex

About this day nursery

The Southwater Infant Academy is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging environment where children can thrive and achieve their full potential. The academy emphasises a holistic approach to education, believing that a child's development largely depends on their surroundings and the adults they interact with.

With a dedicated team of teachers, support staff, and trustees, the academy provides appealing learning opportunities centred around each child's individual needs. Their philosophy, 'Growing, Learning and Succeeding Together,' is integrated into every aspect of school life, aiming to cultivate high aspirations and mutual respect among students and staff.

The academy values strong parent partnerships, evidenced by high satisfaction rates in recent surveys regarding their child's personal development and the quality of education provided. Prospective families are encouraged to visit and experience the academy's dynamic and nurturing atmosphere firsthand.

Our ethos

We believe children learn in response to the environment in which they find themselves and to the adults whom they encounter. We provide learning opportunities in attractive surroundings, led by a highly professional and dedicated team of teachers, support staff and trustees. We care deeply for the development of each individual child and put your child at the centre of all we do. Our vision, 'Growing, Learning and Succeeding Together', permeates all aspects of school life.

What it's like

Children happily arrive at the pre-school. Staff support children to settle well and provide a variety of learning experiences based on their interests and existing knowledge. Children make independent choices about activities, including those with SEND, for example, enjoying mixing ingredients to make dough.

Holistic ApproachStrong Parent PartnershipsDedicated TeamNurturing Environment

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Age range

Reception to Year 2

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Southwater Pre-School

Last inspected 7 July 2023 · Tina Lambert

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children happily arrive at the pre-school. Staff support children to settle well and provide a variety of learning experiences based on their interests and existing knowledge. Children make independent choices about activities, including those with SEND, for example, enjoying mixing ingredients to make dough.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager has a clear vision for the pre-school and an ambitious curriculum, including for children with SEND.
  • Staff provide strategies for emotional support and communication difficulties, addressing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Children benefit from plenty of opportunities for fresh air and exercise with well-planned outdoor resources.
  • Children have a close connection with nature through daily woodland visits, learning about insects and birds.
  • Children demonstrate good independence skills, such as pouring their own drinks, serving food, and tidying up.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop staff's understanding of the curriculum intentions to enable them to focus specifically on what children need to learn next.
Inspection #10301521 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents mention that the staff are very kind and friendly and know their children well.

They comment that their children are excited to arrive and often talk about the exciting things they have been doing during the day.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), enjoy mixing ingredients to make dough. The manager has fully considered the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on some children's social and communication skills. For instance, they have provided strategies to provide more emotional support for children who are anxious and for children who experience speech and communication difficulties.

Outdoor space

There are plenty of opportunities for children to get fresh air and exercise, and a variety of well-planned outdoor resources support children to become physically capable. Children benefit from a close connection with nature and the natural world, with daily visits to the woodland where they learn about insects and birds.

Inspection history

Date: April 2011

  • July 2023Good
  • January 2018Good
  • February 2015Good
  • April 2011Good

Frequently asked about Southwater Pre-School

About the setting

Southwater Pre-School registered in 2010 and is located in Southwater, West Sussex. It is open from Monday to Friday, all year round, from 8am to 6pm. The pre-school employs seven members of staff, with four holding childcare qualifications from level 2 to level 6, and provides funded early education for three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY416030
Registered person
The Nursery Family Ltd
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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